Hydroxytyrosol is a powerful antioxidant with an ORAC value (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity - its ability to absorb cell-damaging free radicals) of 68,576 - which is considered to be 15 times higher than green tea and 3 times higher than CoQ10.

A small molecule rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream and tissues, hydroxytyrosol is also able to cross the blood-brain barrier, supporting systemic defense against free radical damage.*

Contraindications:
If you are pregnant, may become pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult your healthcare professional before using this product. People sensitive or allergic to olives or olive leaf should not take this product.

Is hydroxytyrosol considered GRAS (generally recognized as safe)?

Yes.

Is hydroxytyrosol considered a new dietary ingredient (NDI)?

No. The health benefits of olive oil have been recognized by many ancient physicians. In recent years, modern sciences and nutritionists have realized that extra virgin olive oil, particularly, contributes significant nutritional value to human health in part due to its content of Hydroxytyrosol. Published research and studies confirm that Hydroxytyrosol may help reduce the risk of heart disease. In addition Hydroxytyrosol from the olive leaf extract has shown to reduce inflammatory indicators.

Are there any human studies on the use of hydroxytyrosol that demonstrate its efficacy?

Yes, there are many human studies that demonstrate the efficacy of Hydroxytyrosol.

Olga Castaner, Maria-Isabel covas, Olha Khymenets, Kristiina Nyyssonen, Valentini Konstantinidou, Hans-Franz Zunft, Rafael de la Torre, Daniel Munoz-Aguayo, Joan Vila, and Montserrart Fito. First published ahead of print March 21, 2012. Protection of LDL from Ocidation by olive oil polyphenols is associated with a downregulation of CD40-ligand expression and its downstream products in vivo in humans.

75mg/day was recommended to me for MS by a prominent Neurologist, who is conducting studies of the neuro-protection properties of Hydroxytyrosol

Glenda
- March 19, 2013

Brain fog has plagued me for years and I have felt a brightening of my mental abilities since taking this product. No side effects observed and my physician had no concerns.

Martin H.
- March 18, 2013

Having used Olive Leaf Extract for years I have found this of greater overall benefit.

Anonymous
- August 29, 2012

I belive my blood pressure has stabilized to under 120/80. I'll need to reorder to see if it continues into the fall and colder weather when my blood pressure tends to rise with the change of temperature.

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